Washington Obituaries

Centralia Daily Chronicle 09/11/1939

Zerah S. Higginbotham Tice (ca1897-1939) WA

The (Syracuse, NY) Post Standard 04/21/1952

Carol G. Higginbotham (ca1913-1952) WA

Doris Mae Higginbotham (ca1927-1952) WA

Union-Bulletin 08/07/1952

Dona B. Higginbotham Larsen (1896-1952) WA

Union-Bulletin 08/15/1952

Rosa Elizabeth Higginbotham Johnson (1892-1952) WA

Walla Walla Union Bulletin 05/04/1967

Rush A. Higginbotham (1883-1967) AR/WA

Walla Walla Union-Bulletin 01/04/1970

Eva Beatrice Higginbotham Winn Goodwin (1897-1970) WA

Ogden (UT) Standard-Examiner 01/18/1976

Carl O. Higginbotham (1904-1976) UT/CA/WA

Tri-City Herald 12/19/1976

Steven D. Higginbotham & Deborah L. Miller

Walla Walla Union-Bulletin 01/17/1977

Brenda Rae Hicinbothom (1945-1977) OR

Walla Walla Union Bulletin 02/07/2000

Shirley A. Higginbotham (ca1931-2000) WA

Shirley A. Higginbotham, 69, of 1734 S. Wilbur Ave., died Feb. 4, 2000, at her home. The graveside service will be 1:30 today at Blue Mountain Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Joseph M. Murphy of First Congregational Church officiating.

Seattle Post-Intelligencer 07/19/2001

Laura J. Higginbotham (ca1964-2001) WA

HIGGINBOTHAM: Laura J., 37, of Tigard, Ore., July 15.

Grand Coulee Star 03/28/2002

Dora Higginbotham (ca1919-2002) WA

 Dora (Tracy) Higginbotham
A longtime member of the Hartline area, Dora Higginbotham, 83, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2002, at Lincoln Hospital in Davenport, Wash.
 

Walla Walla Union Bulletin 12/23/2003

Lela Breiner Higginbotham (ca1925-2003) WA

Lela Breiner-Higginbotham, 78, of 1713 Evergreen St. died Dec. 20, 2003, at St. Mary Medical Center. The memorial service will be 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Rev. Steve Woolley officiating.

Seattle Post-Intelligencer 02/25/2004

Geraldine Higginbotham (ca1939-2004) WA

HIGGINBOTHAM: Geraldine, 65, of Seattle, Feb. 15.

Seattle Post-Intelligencer 12/02/2005

Irving S. Higginbotham (ca1922-2005) WA

HIGGINBOTHAM: Irving S., 83, of Kirkland, Nov. 24.

12/07/04 Yakima Herald-Republic (WA)

Charles Edwin Higginbotham (ca1944-2004) LA/WA
 Charles Edwin Higginbotham, 60, of Odessa, Wash., died Thursday at his home.. Mr. Higginbotham was born in Jonesboro, La. He worked for his brothers on various fruit ranches in Cowiche and Tieton for many years before moving to Yakima. He worked as an equipment operator for R H Irrigation. The last several years he worked and lived on a ranch in Odessa.. Survivors include his companion, Jean Myers; two sons, Brian Higginbotham of Odessa and Jim Higginbotham of...

Walla-Walla Union Bulletin 03/23/2003

Lela Crossler Breiner-Higginbotham (1925-2003) WA
Lela Breiner-Higginbotham, 78, of 1713 Evergreen St. died Dec. 20, 2003, at St. Mary Medical Center.
The memorial service will be 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Rev. Steve Woolley officiating.
Memorials may be made to Christian Aid Center, Blue Mountain Humane Society or a charity of the donor's choice through Colonial-DeWitt Funeral Home, 19 E. Birch St.
Mrs. Higginbotham was born Jan. 1, 1925, in Chehalis, Wash., to William and Emma Johnson Crossler. She graduated in 1941 from Dayton High School.
In 1941 she married Layton Royse. They had son Skip and daughter Patty. They divorced.
In 1947 she married Robert Breiner and had son Michael.
Mr. Breiner died in 1976. She owned and operated Park Street Beauty Salon in her home from 1960-1966. She owned and operated the Curly Q Salon from the early 1970s.
She retired in 1989.
In 1987 she married Rush Higginbotham. An avid golfer, she played on a women's league and won a few tournaments. She was a member of Lady Elks 287, Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary and Veterans Memorial Golf Course.
She loved her roles as mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Survivors include her husband, at home; three daughters, Patti Hapner of Walla Walla, Gina Moran of Spokane and Patty Moore of Yuma, Ariz.; three sons, David ``Skip'' Royse and Michael Breiner, both of Walla Walla and Tom Higginbotham of Seattle; sister Eunice Daniels of Clarkston, Wash.; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by six brothers and three sisters.
 

Seattle Post-Intelligencer 1/1/2006
Harriet E. Higginbotham (1918-2005) WA
Harriet E. HIGGINBOTHAM Devoted wife, dedicated mother and great grandmother died peacefully in Kirkland on December 28th at the age of 87. Born June 29, 1918 in Seattle, WA, Harriet lived a majority of her life in the Bothell / Woodinville area. Preceded in death by her husband Leslie, Harriet is survived by her loving sister Cecelia McAllister, daughters Marilyn, Judy, and Karen, grandchildren Jeff, Derek and Trevor and her two great-grandchildren Stella and Maguire. Harriet will be greatly missed by those that were blessed by her smile, afforded her endless grace and touched by the way she conducted herself with unparalleled dignity and class. Visitation will be Mon., Jan. 2, 2006 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. with Funeral Service on Tues., Jan. 3, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Acacia Funeral Home, 14951 Bothell Way NE in Seattle. Burial will follow at Acacia Memorial Park.

 

Seattle Post-Intelligencer 05/05/2006

Chester E. Higginbotham (ca1914-2006) WA

HIGGINBOTHAM: Chester E., 92, of Federal Way, April 28.

Spokesman-Review 02/07/2007

Anna E. Higginbotham (ca1921-2007)
HIGGINBOTHAM, Anna E. (Age 86)
Passed away February 5, 2007
Funeral Services Friday, February 9th, 12 PM
Hartline United Methodist Church, Hartline, WA
Strate Funeral Home, Wilbur, WA

The Daily World 08/14/2007

Ray S. Higginbotham (ca1942-2007) WA

Lacey — Ray S. Higginbotham of Satsop died Thursday, Aug. 9, 2007, in Lacey. He was 65.
Arrangements are pending through Whiteside Family Mortuary of Elma.

The Olympian 10/16/2007

Mary E. Higginbotham (ca1926-2007) WA

Higginbotham, Mary E., 81, Lacey, died Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007, at Roo-Lan Health Care Center, Lacey. Woodlawn Funeral Home, Lacey, 360-491-3000.

 

News Tribune (Tacoma) 12/24/2007

Clarice Higginbottom Phillips (1911-2007) WA
CLARICE (HIGGINBOTTOM) PHILLIPS "Our Angel on Earth" Born August 6, 1911 in Milton, WA; passed away December 20, 2007. She was a graduate of Aquinas Academy and St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1932. She devoted her life to caring for others and, with her positive attitude, was a joy to everyone around her. Active and vibrant until her death she will remembered lovingly by family and friends, including her weekly bridge group of over 50 years. Survived by daughter Roxann (Duane) Knoll, grandchildren Kristine (Scott) Page, Brian (Becky) Knoll, Heather (Guy) Almquist, Holly Knoll and eight great-grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, December 27, 2007, 1:00 pm at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Rosary will be recited prior to the service on Thursday, December 27, 2007 at 12:00 noon at the St. Charles Borromeo School Chapel. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, 253-572-6003.


Spokesman-Review 0115/2008

Hugh A. Higinbotham (1929-2008)

Passed away January 10, 2008. Hugh was a collector: besides interesting stories and items, he gathered a loving family, great friends and the tremendous admiration and appreciation of his humor, generosity and warm embrace of life from everyone he met. He served 20 years in the Air Force and was an excellent fighter pilot, flying interceptor missions from locations around the world. He test flew the F-102 (the first single engine jet) for its first flight across the Pacific Ocean. Following his career in the Air Force, Hugh worked as a safety education instructor for the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries until retiring in 1994. He was born in San Jose, CA September 17, 1929 and is survived by his wife of 52 years, June; his son John; daughter Susan; son Paul, and grandchildren Marie and Hugh. A memorial service honoring his life will be held on Wednesday, January 16, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. at RIPLINGER FUNERAL HOME, N 4305 DIVISION, SPOKANE ,WA.

Kitsap Sun 02/01/2008

David Samuel Higgenbottom (1949-2008) WA
of Bremerton
July 17, 1949 to Jan. 25, 2008
David Samuel Higgenbottom passed away on Friday the 25th of Janaury, 2008.
He is survived by his mother, Irene; five siblings, John, Teresa, Marlena, Dennis and Daniel. He also is survived by his daughters, Wendi, Stacy and Kathryn; and had eleven grandchildren.
Our beloved son, brother, father, uncle and grandfather will be dearly missed. His gentle spirit and warm personality touched many lives.
David worked and lived all his life in the Northwest and was a member of Local Union 440 for years.
Per his wishes, there will be no memorial service, only a gathering of his family to remember him.
May God bless you, David, in the life to come; may you find that lake with the fish and and a chair to sit beside. Good night, David, and we will see you on the other side.

 

The Olympian 02/19/2008

Observer-Reporter 04/27/2008

ALBERT HIGGINBOTHAM (1926-2008) WA/FL

Allegheny Power Service retiree, WWII veteran

Albert (Abe) Higginbotham of Palm Coast, Fla., died Monday, April 21, 2008, after an extended illness.

Mr. Higginbotham was born December 24, 1926, in Washington, and relocated to Florida after his retirement in 1986.

After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, he was employed by the Allegheny Power Service Corp., moving through the ranks of groundman to construction inspector.

He was a member of Trinity Presbyterian Church, where he participated in various ministries.

Mr. Higginbotham did volunteer work in Florida Hospital Thrift Shop, served with COPs organization and was a life member of Veteran of Foreign Wars.

He also was an enthusiastic member of the Players (tennis) Club and Flagler County Ballroom Dancing Club.

Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Betty Lou; two children, Timothy of Fort Pierce, Fla., and Dana of Lantana, Fla.; and a grandson, Lucas Hnath of New York City.

Deceased is a daughter, Kimberly, who died in infancy.

A celebration of life service will be scheduled at the convenience of family and friends.

09/17/2008

Richard Dale Higginbotham (1947-2008) WV/WA

E.B. Foote's Rich Higginbotham, March 20, 1947 – September 15, 2008. Son, Brother, Husband, Winemaker, Best Friend. It is with great sadness that we report the passing of one of our Advertisers – Rich Higginbotham of E.B. Foote Winery passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Sept. 15th from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease.  He was 61. As a tribute to Rich, a special wine will be bottled and labeled next year. Called “Remembrance,” the label for this red table wine will include Rich’s photo from above. When released, 50% of the sale price will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association. An open house will be held at E.B. Foote Winery this Sunday, Sept. 21 from Noon – 6pm to share memories and celebrate his life. At his request, in lieu of flowers, contributions should be made to the Alzheimer’s Association for further research into this dreaded disease. To donate online, click here, then select the third choice, “Tribute/Memorial donation (to honor someone)” and enter Rich’s name where appropriate. Our condolences go out to Sherrill, Rich’s family, friends, co-workers and the entire E.B. Foote Winery family. Here is his obit as provided by E.B. Foote: Rich is survived by Sherrill Miller, his wife of more than 34 years; his sister Betty Brabban; in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews.  He was born and raised in Nitro, West-by-God Virginia, a small town outside of Charleston. He would often tell stories about his growing-up years — being in Cub Scouts, parking cars for events at the town Moose lodge, mowing lawns to make money, painting the local water tower with high school buddies, sneaking out of the house after dark, lifeguarding during summer vacations at Lost River State Park, playing in the high school marching band, and his time in the Army during the Vietnam era. He was discharged from the Army in 1971 at Fort Lewis and decided to stay in Seattle to experience life on the other coast. He met Sherrill in 1972, and that same year he went to work at the King County Jail in food service. After a short time he became the Food Service Supervisor, planning menus and ordering food for more than 1500 inmates and staff. In 1991 he and Sherrill decided to buy E. B. Foote Winery in south Seattle. They had never made wine before, but they learned together. They were making award-winning wine by their second vintage. In 2001 he retired from King County to become a full-time “wineaux.” The winery was growing and he was passionate about winemaking, striving to make the best possible wines. In 2003 he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease. He and Sherrill worked together to keep the winery going. As Rich became less able to do “wine work,” Sherrill gradually took over more and more responsibilities. Even when he was unable to help at all, he still enjoyed being at the winery and listening to Sherrill speak to groups about the winery’s beginning. In May 2008 he needed more help than Sherrill could provide, and he went to live in an adult family home until his passing.

09/24/2008

Florence Emily Higginbotham (1911-2008) WA

Born in Seattle, Washington on Jan. 19, 1911 Departed on Sep. 20, 2008 and resided in Bothell, WA.   Florence E. Higginbotham, 97, passed away on September 20, 2008 in Bothell, Washington. She was born on January 19, 1911 in Seattle, Washington. Graveside service will be held at Floral Hills Cemetery, Lynnwood at 2:00 PM on September 26, 2008.

Seattle Time 12/11/2008

Darlene C. June Higinbotham (1930-2008)

Darlene "June" HIGINBOTHAM Born on July 17, 1930 and departed on December 2, 2008. All of us who will deeply miss her know she was a remarkable person with surprising spunk and resilience. Petite as she was, she always took on any challenge with courage, humor and determination. She radiated an openness and sense of fun that drew people from around the world to be her friends. She loved to travel, loved to shop, loved music and singing-- and bridge-- and was a terrific dancer. Darlene C. June was born in Sparta, Wisconsin and received her nursing degree from Gonzaga University. In Spokane, she met her husband of 52 years, Hugh Higinbotham, an Air Force fighter pilot originally from California, who passed away on January 10, 2008. They married on October 20, 1955, and began a life of travel, courtesy of the US Air Force, but they considered Spokane their adopted hometown. June retired in December 1994 after dedicating 20 years as a psychiatric nurse at Eastern State Hospital where she rose to become the extremely-respected RN supervisor of the Legal Offender Unit. Following Hugh's death, June moved to Issaquah, to be near her three children and two grandchildren who all live in the Seattle area and miss her terribly. A memorial event will be held in Spokane in the spring. A memorial service in Seattle is set for Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 2:00 p.m., at Evergreen-Washelli Chapel, (206) 362-5200. Memorial information and family photos are available at www.evergreen-washelli.com.

Yakima Herald 06/23/2009

Virginia Mae Green-Higginbotham (ca1934-2009) AR/WA

Virginia Mae Green-Higginbotham, 75, of Yakima died Sunday at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Green-Higginbotham was born in Yellville, Ark., and moved to Yakima as a child. She worked as a paraprofessional at Garfield Elementary School, retiring after 24 years. Survivors include her husband, William Higginbotham of Yakima; two daughters, Robin Easter of Yakima and Tina Duvall of Tollgate, Ore.; two sons, Philip Green and Robert Green of Yakima; her mother, Eunice Underwood of Yakima; a sister, Ann Hathaway of Yakima; a brother, Talmadge Underwood of St. George, Utah; eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at the Fifth Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1414 S. 72nd Ave., Yakima. Burial will follow in West Hills Memorial Park. Arrangements are by Langevin-Mussetter Funeral Home.

The Seattle Times 07/05/2009

Eleanor N. Higginbotham Clark (1917-2009) WA

Eleanor was born in Hartline, Washington on June 4, 1917 and passed away peacefully on June 29, 2009, at the age of 92, in Lynnwood Washington. She was born the fifth child of seven, to Thomas and Clara Higginbotham. She met her husband Frank W. Clark in Ephrata, Washington during WW II. They married in Seattle in 1945 and raised their two children, Dennis and Diane. Eleanor was a stay at home mom. She was a Girl Scout leader, active in the PTA, and involved in her children's activities. Eleanor loved sports of all kinds. She played basketball for her high school team. She also bowled for many years in women's leagues at Rainier, Skylane, and Roxbury Lanes. She avidly followed her favorite Seattle sports teams, the Mariners, the Sonics, and the Huskies. She listened to all of the games on the radio and when televised she watched. She was fond of gardening and cooking. There were always fresh flowers from her yard displayed in her home. She enjoyed making delicious casseroles for her family and later on for her two grandchildren. Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband Frank, her daughter Diane, and her grandson Jeffrey. In addition she was preceded in death by her parents and five of her siblings. She is survived by her sister Mary "Babe" Webb (Ben), her son Dennis Clark (Patty) and her granddaughter Michelle Few (Darron) and many nieces and nephews. Eleanor will be truly missed by all of us who loved her. The family would like to thank the staff and caregivers at Aegis of Lynnwood, Sunrise of Lynnwood, and Manor Villa, for providing care and assistance in the twilight of Eleanor's life. A special thanks to the team of professionals and volunteers at Providence Hospice of Snohomish County for the support and care they provided. At Eleanor's request there will be no memorial services.

The Seattle Times 07/12/2009

Elaine M. Schoeneman Higginbotham (1922-2009) WA

Elaine (Schoeneman) Higginbotham, known as “Dolly” to friends and family, was born February 24, 1922 in Pasco, Washington.  She was the youngest of five children born to Clarence and Rena Schoeneman.  Dolly moved to Port Angeles, WA in her early 20’s, where she began a career in the service industry, working variously as a waitress, hairstylist, bartender and bar owner.   In 1948, Dolly married Virgil Phillips.  Their son Robert was born in Seattle in 1958, and was followed by daughter Terri in California in 1960.  Dolly lived in Bellevue, WA until her second marriage to Irving Higginbotham, in 1982, when they moved to Kirkland WA.  Dolly passed away on July 4, 2009 due to complications following open heart surgery.   She is survived by first husband Virgil Phillips of Camano Island, son Bob (Lisa) Phillips of Woodinville and daughter Terri Phillips of Kirkland; as well as six beloved grandchildren, Lexi and Cody Phillips; Deanna, R.J. and Alyssa Rusch; and Lindsey (Chris) Schreck.   She is also survived by her sister, Eunice.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her other siblings and in 2005, by her husband Irving. Dolly was a world-class storyteller and had an infectious laugh.   She made friends wherever she went with her passionate, sometimes feisty, take on life.  Dolly will be remembered for her love of gardening, playing cards (just ask Vicki), her chicken-fried steak, her bottomless generosity and her fierce loyalty to friends and family.  She looked forward to her annual trip to Alaska to see her nephew Gary and his family, and to her nightly glass of bourbon and water, along with the Channel 7 news.   Dolly was active and engaged in her life right up to the time of her passing, including her top priority, the many activities of her children and grandchildren.  Dolly will be sorely missed, but never, ever forgotten.    Her memory will live on in the minds of the all those fortunate enough to have had her unique presence grace their lives. A special thanks to our friend James Whitfield who was with us at the hospital and on call the entire time.  She called him her “body guard”.  Our family is so grateful to James and his family. A graveside service will be held Friday July 17, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. at the Kirkland Cemetary. The memorial service will be held Friday July 17, 2009 at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church located at 3030 Bellevue Way Ne, Bellevue WA.

The Seattle Times 10/11/2009

Peter Joel Higginbottom (1948-2009) WA

Peter Joel HIGGINBOTTOM September 5, 1948 - October 7, 2009 Peter passed away peacefully on October 7, 2009 with family and friends by his side. Peter was born in Bellingham, WA to Leslie and Mary Higginbottom on September 5, 1948. He moved with his parents and two brothers to the Wallingford district in Seattle in 1956. He attended Inter lake Elementary, Hamilton Junior High, and graduated from Lincoln High in 1966. He attended Seattle Pacific University for two years and graduated from the University of Washington with a B.S. in mechanical engineering in 1972. Peter worked at Puget Sound Engineering and Cloudy and Britton designing refrigeration units for fishing boats and food storage facilities for years. Peter was an active artist and photographer who especially enjoyed nature, landscape, and flower photography. He leaves behind many friends from Wallingford House, University Presbyterian Church Groups, and Elim Baptist Church. Survivors include his brothers David (Teri), Daniel, and nephew John. Remembrances may be made to the charity of your choice. Friends and family are welcome to attend grave side services at Crown Hill Cemetery, 8712 12th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117 on Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. Immediately following, a reception will be held at Elim Baptist Church, 2410 N 46th Street, Seattle, WA 98103. Arrangements entrusted to the care of People's Memorial Funeral Cooperative.

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